Dunedin - Mental Health Assistant - Resource Unitat Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Southern -
Wakari HospitalPermanent, full
- time role (1.0 FTE), afternoon and night shiftsSalary $59,024
- $74,442 per annum pro-rataHealth New Zealand
- Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.About the roleAs a Mental Healthcare Assistant, you will be responsible for:supporting our nurses and other members of the healthcare teampatient movementpatient cares, as requiredstock reconciliationward maintenancepatient watch/supervision, with one-on-one care as required.About usHealth New Zealand
- Te Whatu Ora
- Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities.
We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.About youYou will:be confident in providing support and assisting patientsdisplay initiativebe patient focused at all timesbe able to adapt to a changing environmenthave computer literacybe working predominately afternoon and night shifts, but you may be required to work other shifts from time to timehave a full driver's licence.View position description.Working at Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand
- Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand.
We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community.
We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.Salary rangeThis role is covered by the terms and conditions of the CEA and the salary will be in accordance with the Pay Scale, between $59,024 and $74,442 p.a dependent on relevant experience.How to apply To apply please click 'apply now'.
All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Sunday, 28 September 2025.If you have any questions about the role, please contact Ben Kingsbury ben.kingsbury@tewhatuora.govt.nzWe will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.We only accept online applications.
Please apply via our website.